Jungfraujoch Top of Europe Private Day Trip from Zürich

5.0 (3 reviews) Zurich, Switzerland
Duration12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience one of Switzerland’s most iconic alpine adventures on this private tour from Zürich to Jungfraujoch, the famous “Top of Europe.”

Travel with your personal guide through the breathtaking Bernese Alps aboard the modern Eiger Express cableway and Jungfrau cogwheel railway. At 3,454 meters (11,332 ft), discover spectacular mountain scenery, the Sphinx Observatory, the Ice Palace, and stunning views of the UNESCO-listed Aletsch Glacier.

Along the way, your guide shares fascinating insights into the region’s history, culture, and natural wonders. The journey continues with a scenic return via Kleine Scheidegg and the picturesque Lauterbrunnen Valley, known for its dramatic cliffs, waterfalls, and charming alpine villages.

Create lasting memories on an extraordinary journey to Europe’s highest railway station and one of Switzerland’s most spectacular destinations.

What's included

  • guided tour at Jungfraujoch
  • train travel Zürich-Interlaken-Jungfraujoch-Zürich
  • local Swiss tour guide
  • entrance to all sights at Jungfraujoch
  • seat reservation Jungfrau railway
  • food and drinks

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    At Zürich HB (main station) you will board the intercity train in direction of Bern and Interlaken (2 hours travel time)
  2. Pass by
    At Interlaken Ost station, you will change onto the Jungfrau railway local train for a 25 minutes transfer through the valley towards Grindelwald.
  3. Grindelwald Terminal
    20m · Admission ticket included
    At Grindelwald Terminal the journey to Jungfraujoch begins. You board the aerial cableway for the scenic ride to Eigergletscher station.
  4. Eigergletscher
    20m
    At Eigergletscher station, you have the opportunity to have a first look over the alps and towards the permanent ice. Here you change onto the cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch
  5. Jungfraujoch Top of Europe
    3h · Admission ticket included
    At Jungfraujoch, your tourguide will take you on a one hour round tour with different sights. It contains the Alpine sensation exhibition, the Sphinx terraces, the ice palace and the viewing platform, where you can step into the snow.
  6. Jungfraujoch Sphinx Observatory
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the sphinx terrace, where you have the top view to the Aletsch-glacier.
  7. Ice Palace - Jungfraujoch
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the ice palace with the ice sculptures.
  8. Lindt Chocolate Shop Jungfraujoch
    5m · Admission ticket included
    Sweeten your stay with a visit at the chocolate shop.
  9. Kleine Scheidegg
    Pass by
    Your return travel starts with the cogwheel train from Jungfraujoch to Kleine Scheidegg. From there you continue in direction of Wengen.
  10. Wengen
    Pass by
    While travelling to Lauterbrunnen on the cogwheel train, you pass the alpine village Wengen.
  11. Lauterbrunnen
    30m
    A short stop at Lauterbrunnen gives you a view to the village and the Staubbach waterfall.
  12. Interlaken
    30m
    Returning to Interlaken. From there you board the intercity train in direction of Zürich. After a travel time of 2 hours you arrive in Zurich.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Hotel pick-up: Your tourguide awaits you at the starting time in the lobby of your hotel

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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